General Tools DCS665 Wet/Dry Video Inspection System (5.5mm Diameter/ 1m cable), Recording

The DCS665 is one of only four video inspection systems on the market with an IP67 waterproof grip and monitor as well as an IP67 waterproof camera-tipped probe. The other systems include another recording model DCS660A and General's real-time (non-recording) video systems DCS600A and DCS605.

The DCS665 comes with a 5.5mm diameter x 1m (3.3 ft.) long, close-focus probe with a depth of field of 1.2 to 2.4 in. (30 to 60mm).

The Wet/Dry Scope’s water tightness makes the system ideal for plumbing-related tasks like inspecting water or sewer lines carrying running water. The system also can be used to inspect parts of boats, ships or bridges just below the surface. Because the entire unit is impervious to water you can use it freely around water without worrying about accidentally “dunking” the grip and monitor. No other camera scope with an integral monitor—other than the DCS600A, DCS605 and DCS660A — is completely watertight.

Operated in real-time video mode, the Recording Wet/Dry Scope uses only three of the five control buttons to execute five functions; powering on/off, 1 to 4X zoom, increasing and decreasing brightness, and inverting the field of view, making it very easy to learn to use. Video within the probe’s field of view is displayed on a large, crystal-clear 3.5 in. (89mm) diagonal color LCD.

Alternatively, recorded video can be viewed on an NTSC- or PAL-format television by utilizing the included A/V cable. The scope’s recording capabilities make it possible to document—with high-resolution videos and images—what the probe “sees.”

Pressing the front-panel imaging button activates the image storage function. You can record and store either a still image or an AVI video (depending on how you configure the button) of the probe's field of view on a 4GB Micro SD memory card supplied with the system. The same button is used to view (play back) recorded images and videos on the unit’s LCD. Alternatively, recorded images and videos can be viewed on a larger screen by ejecting the SD card and plugging it into a laptop or desktop PC, or by connecting the scope to a PC via the included USB cable.

• Makes it possible to inspect water and sewer lines carrying running water. Other “waterproof” inspection systems lack watertight grips and monitors
• Allows a diver or snorkeler to view inspection video under water in real time. Ideal for marine search and rescue operations
• Grip, probe and monitor are guaranteed leak proof to depth of 1m; all three components will also resist leaks at depths up to 2m for short periods (1 hour, max). Eliminates concerns about accidentally dropping or dunking grip or monitor in water
• Includes a 5.5mm (0.22 in.) diameter x 1m (3.3 ft.) long camera-tipped probe with adjustable LED lighting; longer, articulating and special-purpose optional probes are available.
• Waterproof probe is flexible-obedient, meaning it retains its shape
• 3.5 in. (89mm) color LCD makes videos and images large and crystal-clear
• Video shown on monitor can be inverted 180°
• USB and Video Out jacks
• One-year warranty
• Powered by four “AA” batteries (not included)
• Includes: three probe tip accessories (45° mirror, pickup hook and magnetic pickup), 4GB Micro SD memory card, USB cable, A/V cable, hard carrying case and user manual

Ideal for plumbing-related applications including the real-time video inspection and documentation of drains, water lines and sewer lines carrying running water and for boat owners, divers and snorkelers for underwater inspection without the worry of dropping or “dunking” the grip or monitor. Other “waterproof” inspection systems lack watertight grips and monitors.

CAMERA TIPPED PROBE

• Type / Diameter / Length: Flexible-obedient close-focus / 5.5mm (0.22 in.) / 1m (3.3 ft.)
• Camera Depth of Field: 1.2 to 2.4 in. (30 to 60mm)
• Probe Minimum Bending Radius: 1.77 in. (45mm)
• Camera Field of View: 54°
• Camera Depth of Field: 1.2 to 2.4 in. (30 to 60mm)
• Camera and Recording Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
• Camera Light Source: 4 white LEDs

CONSOLE

• Display Type / Size Color: TFT / 3.5 in. (89mm) diagonal
• Display Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels (QVGA)
• Power Consumption: 400mA max @ 6VDC
• Operating Temperature: 14° to 122°F (-10° to 50°C)@15 to 85% RH
• Dimensions of Grip and Console: 4.1 x 7.0 x 5.3 in. (104 x 178 x 135mm)
• Weight of Grip and Console: 1.1 lb. (500g)
• Power Source: (4) “AA” batteries (not included)

• General Tools DCS600 Series Datasheet.pdf